About the course

Brief Description of the Course/ Course Units:

This course is designed to offer advice to the 13- to 16-year-old tractor operator on how to safely operate the modern horticulture tractor and related machinery. Once the basic safety issues have been covered it is designed to be very practical and hands on, with plenty of opportunity to drive the machines.

All areas of the tractor are covered which include:

· Trailers

· Three-point linkage

· Power Take Off (restricted operation covered due to HSE guidelines).

The training is carried out between the College's Engineering Unit and the purpose-built machine operation area on the campus. Although it is not an assessment-based course a certificate of attendance is given to all trainees up on completion which will satisfy HSE training requirements.

Entry Requirements: This course is aimed at 13-16 year olds.

Group Size: 6

Progression:

Full time/ Apprenticeship Agriculture/ Agricultural Engineering courses. Level 2 CG Award in Agricultural Tractor Driving & Related Operations (16+)

How to Apply:

To apply for this programme, please complete the on-line application form using the links on the right of the factsheet on the website.

Address:

Myerscough College, St Michaels Road, Bilsborrow, Preston. Lancashire, PR3 0RY

Telephone:

01995 642222

Email:

shortcourses@myerscough.ac.uk

Website:

www.myerscough.ac.uk

Please note that the information provided in this fact sheet was accurate at the date of publication. However, programmes of study are continually being modified and information is therefore subject to change.